gone out

Definition of gone outnext
past participle of go out

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of gone out While there haven’t been any designer brands that are known to have gone out of business because of the Saks Global bankruptcy, there is plenty of concern that some of the retailer’s smaller suppliers will have to go dark. David Moin, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026 This past offseason, Herro could have gone out as 2025 All-Star. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026 Even before the expedition reached land, Islanders had gone out to the ships, paddling canoes or reed bundles, or just swimming, unafraid and unarmed. Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026 More than 12,000 boxes have already gone out the door. Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026 In a video shown at the event, Furmencio Quiroz recalled leaving with his family, his children fearful because the power had gone out, thinking they would be gone for a short time, but eventually returning to their home reduced to ashes. Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026 Avoiding window treatment trends that have gone out of fashion is certainly part of the equation, but starting off on the right foot is just as imperative. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026 Shapiro, meanwhile, keeps a busy public schedule, and has gone out of his way to appear at high-profile, non-political events like football games, a NASCAR race and onstage at a Roots concert in Philadelphia. CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026 The light, indeed, has gone out. Devon Ivie, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gone out
Verb
  • In Worcester, which lay more than 40 miles from the Charlestown line, a parched and dusty rider arrived at the square in front of the church, where his horse collapsed in exhaustion.
    Kostya Kennedy, Time, 16 Feb. 2026
  • The front porch had also collapsed on the two-story, multi-family building.
    Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 16 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • There, he was prescribed brimhana, or tissue regeneration, using a bolus therapy made from goat meat mixed with rice, milk, and spices.
    Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
  • Software Software stocks — which were at the center of a historic sell-off just last week — also got caught up in Thursday's drawdown, but were mixed on Friday morning.
    Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • But nothing has gone as planned.
    Justin Wingerter, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
  • And McDonald’s has gone upscale in the Valentine's Day offers game, encouraging folks to top its Chicken McNuggets with caviar with a giveaway.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • When properly socialized, rats are generally gentle, rarely bite and can make great pets for children.
    Lisa Bloch, Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2026
  • International visitors and owners socialized in the car parks; tailgate style, picnicking from the back of SUVs.
    Camilla Wright, semafor.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Berry stepped out for the world premiere of Crime 101.
    Christina Perrier, InStyle, 11 Feb. 2026
  • In his Tuesday short program, Guarino stepped out of his first jump and finished in 25th place.
    Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 11 Feb. 2026

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“Gone out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gone%20out. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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